It doesn't have the smell that I think of when I hear the words Hay Meadow, but I really do like it! I tend to burn my candles longer than the recommended 4 hours (what Gen X'er actually follows directions) and then they always just smell like burnt wax. I had this one from Malicious Women going for a bit longer than 4 and next day, smelled just as good as first. The throw is pretty good too. Only downside is that I wish they came in a larger size. I WILL be buying other scnts!!!